Investigational Chickenpox Vaccine for Healthy Children

A Study on the Immune Response and Safety of an Investigational Chickenpox Vaccine When Given to Healthy Children 12 to 15 Months of Age

Recruiting Phase 3 Interventional Study
Chickenpox
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Pivotal Trial This treatment is in the last trial phase before FDA approval. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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At a Glance
Age
12 Months – 15 Months
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 3
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Prevention
Participants needed
1,840 (estimated)
Sponsor
GlaxoSmithKline · Industry
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for healthy children aged 12 to 15 months who have not had chickenpox or received a chickenpox vaccine. Participants will receive a new chickenpox vaccine and be monitored for immune response and safety.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 12 and 15 months old.
  • I have not had chickenpox.
  • I have not received a chickenpox vaccine.
  • I am healthy as confirmed by a doctor.
  • My parent or legal guardian can provide consent.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have had a severe reaction to vaccines.
  • I have a weakened immune system.
  • I am allergic to latex.
  • I have a history of uncontrolled seizures.
  • I currently have untreated tuberculosis.
  • I have received any vaccine within 30 days before or 43 days after this trial vaccination.
  • I have had previous vaccinations for chickenpox, measles, mumps, rubella, or hepatitis A.
  • I live with someone who is immunocompromised or has not had chickenpox.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
The purpose of this study is to assess the consistency of immune response to three different lots of GSK's investigational varicella vaccine (VNS Vaccine), and to compare the safety and immune response of VNS vaccine to an already approved varicella vaccine (VV) known as Varivax. The study will be conducted in healthy children aged 12 to 15 months, who have neither contracted varicella nor receive…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Participant's parent(s) Legally acceptable representatives /(LAR\[s\]), who, in the opinion of the investigator, can and will comply with the requirements of the protocol (e.g., completion of the eDiaries, return for follow-up visits). * Written or witnessed/thumb printed info…
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